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Malaria remains one of the most persistent public health threats in many parts of the world, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. The Ministry of Health in Trinidad and Tobago recently said it is  investigating a cluster of Malaria cases in South Trinidad , noting that five (5) cases have been confirmed, “including the primary source.” This mosquito-borne disease is caused by Plasmodium parasites and transmitted through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. Although it is preventable and treatable, Malaria continues to cause significant illness and death globally, especially among children and pregnant women. Fortunately, there are many practical steps that households can take to minimize the risk of infection. From simple home improvements to daily preventative habits, families can make a substantial difference in protecting themselves from this dangerous disease. In this article, we will explore effective household strategies for  Malaria ...

The Ministry of Health said in a Media Release today (Wednesday 2nd April, 2025) that it is currently investigating a cluster of Malaria cases in South Trinidad. As of today, the Ministry notes that five (5) cases have been confirmed, “including the primary source,” which brings the total number of cases for 2025 to five (5); as the Ministry said there were no other confirmed cases for the year thus far. As Trinidad and Tobago is not endemic for Malaria, the majority of cases confirmed each year are imported and/or introduced. Over the period 2015 to 2024, there are said to have been 153 confirmed cases, which averages to fifteen (15) cases per year. In its Media Release today, the Ministry stated that the five (5) confirmed cases are “in a well-defined geographic area,” adding that the following field work has been conducted by the Insect Vector Control Division (IVCD), after the identification of the first case on 27th March, 2025: Vector Control Methods The homes of all identified c...